1 - Unit 2 Day 4-- The Industrial Revolution: Benefits vs. Costs

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This lesson explores the profound transformation of America during the period of industrialization from 1865 to 1900. It examines the shift from an agrarian economy to one focused on factories and manufacturing. Key concepts such as industrialization, laissez-faire policies, labor unions, and monopolies are introduced to help students understand the complexities of this era. The lesson encourages critical thinking as students analyze primary sources, such as accounts from the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, to grasp the human experiences behind these shifts. Students will compare the conditions of various factory jobs and engage in discussions about the costs and benefits of industrial growth, aiming to culminate in a thorough understanding of how industrialization influenced American society and economy.